Trail Running Calendar East of England 2026-2027

An inflatable obstacle 5 km event in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire on 11 April 2026, featuring a course of inflatable obstacles and recent strong booking activity. Past attendees noted a positive atmosphere.

Experience a guided marathon through the beautiful Chiltern Hills with expert navigation and support. Run iconic trails like the Ridgeway in a small group setting led by qualified leaders.

Experience the beauty of ancient woodland at the Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series. Choose between a 10K or half marathon distance through scenic trails featuring natural forest terrain and muddy paths.

Looped races at Haughley Park in Suffolk offering 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon and ultra options. Secure on-site parking, a lap-based aid station and bespoke finisher medals are provided.

Experience the inaugural Wild Deer Trail Runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest. Choose between chip timed 5km and 10km distances through scenic woodland trails with medals and merchandise for all finishers.

Enjoy a guided 19 mile trail run through the marshes and woodlands of the Norfolk Coast Path. This intermediate group run focuses on local wildlife and scenery at a conversational pace.

The Feisty Phoenix is a flexible timed running event in Bedfordshire. Run a 5.3km loop as many times as you like on a flat course through Mowsbury Park within seven hours. With a unique 'rock up and run' start window and a no-medal entry op..

The inaugural Essex County Fell Championships features a new 10km course with 450m of climb. This open-entry fell race offers county prizes for qualified Essex runners. Every finisher receives a free drink.

Experience a trail running festival at Billingford Fishing Lakes & Country Park with distances ranging from 5k to Ultra. Enjoy a variety of terrains, finishers medals, and celebratory refreshments in a scenic park setting.

A self navigation trail race of about 6.2 miles at Mountfitchet Castle on 19 Apr 2026, for runners aged 16 and over; entries include a £4 tea room voucher and results are published on the organiser’s website.

A limited capacity evening trail run of 5 miles for over 18s with the course run in reverse from previous years. Route files are provided beforehand and finishers can exchange their race number at the bar for a drink.

Trail run at Barningham Estate offering 10k, 20k and 30k single lap routes across off road North Norfolk terrain. Fundraising supports Little Lifts Boxes for people receiving breast cancer treatment.

An inflatable 5K obstacle course in St Albans on Saturday 25 April 2026, featuring a series of inflatable obstacles along a 5K route; recent booking figures and participant feedback indicate active interest.

A community running event in Hadleigh on 25 Apr 2026 with approximate 9.5-mile and 4.5-mile courses, staggered starts, and fundraising for the Shelley Centre for Therapeutic Riding.

A multi-distance road event at Suffolk Running Centre on 26 April 2026 offering 5k, 10k, half and full marathon options; the marathon uses the officially measured Kirtling Route, aid stations appear every 10k and parking is included.

A guided 10 km trail run through bluebell carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, meeting in Tring. Groups are led by Run Leaders who offer trail running tips; facilities include a nearby cafe, toilets and bag drop.

A guided 10 km group run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest for Forestry England members only. Runs are led at a conversational pace on mostly flat woodland trails with parking available.

A five round summer trail series at Langdon Discovery Nature Park beginning 28 Apr 2026. The first race is a 5k for ages 12 and over, with on the day entries charged at the same price as online.

Take on a coastal adventure with sandy trails and undulations in the Heritage Coast Run. Choose between a 10k or half marathon, both sharing a scenic, mostly off-road route. There's even a special 10k category for runners with dogs.

Enjoy a guided 5km trail run through the Chiltern Hills followed by a specialized movement class. This event includes expert run leaders, trail technique instruction, and basic facilities at Church Farm Cafe.